Who is the candidate?
Eyelid surgery is to correct the drooping eyes and remove eyebags. It is also for the ones who want to have double eyelid.
Candidate must be fit and healthy enough to undergo surgery. Candidate must have a clear and realistic ideas of surgery and result.
How long should I stay in Thailand for Eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery in Phuket needs at least 8-10 days.
How is surgery performed?
The insicions are made along the natural crease of the upper lid and near the edge of the lower lid. Surgeon then remove fat deposits and excess skin before closing the incisions.
What kind of anesthesia will be used?
Eyelid surgery in Phuket is performed under local anesthesia.
What is the pre and post-surgical care?
Pre surgery:
1. Refrain from smoking, taking any medications or vitamin, drinking alcohol 2 weeks before surgery
2. Fast 6-8 hours before surgery
3. Bring the sunglasses on the surgery day
Post surgery:
1. Cold compress for the first 2 days
2. Rest the eyes for 24 hours after surgery
3. Wear sunglasses to protect the eyes from wind and sun
4. Keep the surgical area dry to avoid infection
5. Avoid make up and activities causing the dry eyes
6. Follow surgeon's instructions closely
Normal activities can be resumed 7 days after sugery. Strenuous activities should be avoided for 3 weeks.
How is the incision and scar?
You will experience tight feeling and redness around the eyes for about 5 weeks. The incisions are made hidden in the eye creases, so the scars will not be visible, and will disappear after 6 weeks.
What are the possible risks and complications?
Every procedure contains some risks and complications. The possible ones for eyelid surgery are pain, infection, slow healing, blur vision, excess tears, dry eyes, and wound separation.